Summary:
The Animo Jefferson Charter Middle District consists of a single charter school, Animo Jefferson Charter Middle, serving grades 6-8 in Los Angeles with 427 students, nearly all of whom qualify for free or reduced-price lunch, indicating it serves a community with high economic need.
This school shows a clear pattern of academic growth as students advance; 8th graders perform notably stronger in both English and Math than 6th and 7th graders, with 7th grade being a particular area for improvement. While test scores in English, Math, and Science are below state averages, the school has demonstrated positive momentum, improving its statewide ranking from the 23rd to the 30th percentile in the latest year and earning a higher performance rating. A significant challenge is chronic absenteeism, at 24.8%, which is higher than the state average and can impact learning.
Notably, the school's per-student spending is substantial at over $25,000, reflecting a major investment in its students. For parents, this suggests the school is actively resourced to support its high-need population and is showing recent signs of academic progress, though overcoming attendance barriers and continuing to boost proficiency rates remain key focuses. The unusual structure of a single-school district allows for concentrated attention on this campus's unique needs and opportunities.
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